An insider told the tabloid: "Rylan will be back on screen shortly - in fact, it could be as soon as next month.

"He's part of the show's family and always has been. Even though he took a short break, he was always going to return."

The news follows Rylan confirming he'd be a part of This Morning's Live Arena show in Birmingham in May for a second year running.

The X Factor star turned TV presenter announced had announced in December he'd be leaving This Morning at the start of 2018.

Discussing his departure, Rylan said previously: "I got a load of s*** when I had a break from This Morning after five years. Some news outlets have said I’m having a baby, ­getting divorced and terminally ill.

“I’m really missing being there but I just need time to myself. People think there’s an ulterior motive and there’s not. I just needed a break for my head, for my body, for my peace of mind."

He added: “For my head, I just need to take a little break.”

Rylan also took to Twitter to dismiss the idea he had been fired.

He wrote on Twitter: "Rumours in the press why I'm "leaving" or been "axed" from @ThisMorning.

"Truth is I need a break. I’ve been working constantly for 5 years and I need time to myself."

Rylan added: "I’ll still be at Big Bro. I just need to take some time to myself. That’s all. I’ll be back soon."